Watch 2025 National Finals Rodeo in Canada

The countdown is on for the 2025 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR), returning to the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas from Thursday, December 4 to Saturday, December 13. As the event celebrates its 40th year in Vegas, rodeo fans across Canada are gearing up to watch the world’s richest and most iconic rodeo competition from home.

WATCH: NFR 2025 Live From Anywhere

This year’s edition marks a special milestone. To honour the NFR’s four-decade legacy in Las Vegas, organizers recently brought together champion cowboys, barrel racers, community leaders, and rodeo industry figures for 40 Years in Vegas: A Gathering of Champions. The celebration highlighted the evolution of the NFR—its explosive growth, record-breaking sellouts since 1987, and its powerful impact on Nevada’s sports and entertainment landscape.

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo summed it up perfectly: the NFR is a cornerstone of Las Vegas’ identity, a major driver of tourism, and a world-class showcase of rodeo excellence. And now, Canadian fans have more viewing options than ever to follow the action live.

Where to watch 2025 Wrangler NFR in Canada

Canadian rodeo fans have two reliable ways to watch every performance of the 2025 National Finals Rodeo:

1. The Cowboy Channel (Cable TV)

The Cowboy Channel will broadcast full NFR coverage in Canada. If your TV package includes providers such as:

• Shaw

• Bell

• Optik TV

then you’re all set. Simply tune in during the scheduled performance times.

2. Cowboy Channel Plus (Streaming)

For cord-cutters or fans who prefer streaming, Cowboy Channel Plus offers complete live and on-demand coverage.

• Subscription costs are listed in USD

• Approx. CA$165 per year

• Accessible on mobile, smart TVs, and web browsers

• Gamepass.TV Anywhere (Try 3 days free trial)

This is the best option for fans who want full flexibility to watch anytime, anywhere in Canada.

2025 Wrangler NFR Performance Schedule

All performances begin at:
5:45 p.m. PT / 8:45 p.m. ET

Here’s the full day-by-day lineup:

• Thursday, December 4
  First Performance – Throwback Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Friday, December 5
  Second Performance: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Saturday, December 6
  Third Performance – Golden Night featuring the Golden Circle of Champions: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Sunday, December 7
  Fourth Performance – Memorial Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Monday, December 8
  Fifth Performance – Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Tuesday, December 9
  Sixth Performance – Resistol Rookie Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Wednesday, December 10
  Seventh Performance – Military Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Thursday, December 11
  Eighth Performance – Canadian Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Friday, December 12
  Ninth Performance – Legacy Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET

  Saturday, December 13
  Tenth Performance – Wrangler National Patriot Night: 5.45pm PT / 8.45pm ET